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Typical Weekly Dosing Schedule: Weeks 14: 1mg once weekly Weeks 58: 2mg once weekly Weeks 912: 4mg once weekly Weeks 1316: 6mg once weekly Weeks 1720: 8mg once weekly ( if needed and well tolerated) Weeks 21+: 1012mg once weekly (max range, based on response and provider guidance) Key Points: Administer once weekly only (not split dosing) Increase dose every 4 weeks based on tolerance If side effects occur, hold or step back to the previous dose Patients often see appetite suppression early, with metabolic effects increasing at higher doses Significant Weight Loss Helps reduce body fat by decreasing appetite and increasing feelings of fullness, leading to sustained calorie reduction
Aerobic activity (walking, cycling, swimming, running) enhances cardiovascular health and increases daily calorie burn
Doctors may also provide guidance on: Nutritional planning Exercise routines Behavioural strategies for weight management Monitoring body composition changes Combining medical therapy with lifestyle improvements significantly enhances treatment outcomes
Managing Dietary Fat While on Semaglutide Treatment Managing dietary fat intake can help improve tolerability of Wegovy treatment , not because fat is inherently problematic, but because the medication's mechanism may make you more sensitive to high-fat meals